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TALKING MARQUES


TALKING MARQUES is a new series of podcasts from MARQUES covering topical brand-related issues. Each podcast provides a short, accessible update on an important IP topic. The podcasts feature MARQUES Team members and special guests.

LATEST EPISODE

EPISODE 22: Luxury Brands
In this episode of Talking MARQUES, we look ahead to the Luxury Brands Symposium, which takes place in Vienna on 7-8 November, and find out more about the themes of the event, the social activities and why you should attend.

The speakers are Ariane Hettenkofer and Carolina Montero.
PRESENTERS
Ariane Hettenkofer
Kroher Strobel, Germany











EPISODE 21: ETMD Education Programme
Participants in the EUIPO Trade Mark and Design Education Programme discuss what it is and how it works following the completion of the fifth edition.
PRESENTERS
Sandra Müller
Squire Patton Boggs, Germany


Guido Donath
Donath Law, Austria









EPISODE 20: EUIPO Observatory
In this special episode of Talking MARQUES, members of the Anti-Counterfeiting and Parallel Trade Team discuss the work of the European Observatory on Infringements of Intellectual Property Rights with its Deputy Director, Alexandra Poch
PRESENTERS
Alexandra Poch
Deputy Director,
EUIPO Observatory


Maria Cecilia Romoleroux
CorralRosales, Ecuador


Sonia Santos
Grau & Angulo, Spain









EPISODE 19: 38th ANNUAL CONFERENCE
MARQUES members look ahead to the 38th Annual Conference, taking place in Stockholm from 24th to 27th September 2024. They introduce the programme, discuss the delights of Stockholm and provide some tips for delegates.
PRESENTERS
Jesse Hofhuis
AC&R, The Netherlands


Leo Longauer
LVMH, France


Sara Soderling
AWA Sweden AB, Sweden









EPISODE 18: AI AND IP
With the rapid growth in AI-based business tools, two MARQUES members discuss how they are being used in IP and other legal work, as well as the benefits and challenges that AI presents.
PRESENTERS
Mila Misevska
Play n GO Marks Ltd,
Malta


Jens Matthes
Allen & Overy LLP, Germany









EPISODE 17: NON-AGRI GIS
Following its entry into force in November, two members of the MARQUES GI Team discuss the of the new EU Regulation on geographical indications for craft and industrial products and its implications for trade marks
PRESENTERS
Thera Adam-van Straaten
Eversheds Sutherland B.V,
The Netherlands


Maria Ceballos
Curell Suñol SLP, Spain









EPISODE 16: MARQUES Corporate Focus Group
In this episode of Talking MARQUES, the co-chairs of the MARQUES Corporate Focus Group discuss some of the topics the Group is looking at and explain what new members can expect.
PRESENTERS
Nicholas Foot
Sandoz International, Germany


Dieuwerke van der Schalk
Jacobs Douwe Egberts,
The Netherlands









EPISODE 15: 37th MARQUES ANNUAL CONFERENCE
In this episode of Talking MARQUES, three members of the MARQUES Programming Team explain what we can expect at the 37th Annual Conference which takes place in Berlin, Germany from 19th to 22nd September 2023.
PRESENTERS
Claus Eckhartt
Bardehle Pagenberg, Germany


Tanya Meedom
Elmann IPR, Denmark


Nicholas Foot
Sandoz International, Germany







EPISODE 14: EU DESIGN LAW
Following the recent publication of proposals to reform the design system in Europe, three members of the MARQUES Designs Team discuss the proposed changes, the introduction of a repair clause and the likely next steps.
PRESENTERS
Mikas Miniotas
AAA Legal Services, Estonia


Eva Maierski
Lubberger Lehment, Germany


Oliver Nilgen
Meissner Bolte, Germany







EPISODE 13: LOOK ALIKES
In this episode of Talking MARQUES, we find out more about the latest edition of the MARQUES Look-Alike Chart, with contributions from two members of the Unfair Competition Team who helped compile it.
PRESENTERS
Felipe Dannemann Lundgren
Dannemann Siemsen Bigler &
Ipanema Moreira, Brazil


Bence Bozoki
Mars, UK







EPISODE 12: 36th MARQUES ANNUAL CONFERENCE
Our speakers look forward to this year's MARQUES Annual Conference, as well as other upcoming events. They discuss the sessions and workshops they're most excited about, as well as the networking opportunities.
PRESENTERS
Anthony Douglass
Specsavers Optical Group
Guernsey


Claudia Pappas
Thyssenkrupp Intellectual
Property GmbH, Germany


Claire Lehr
Edwin Coe LLP, U K







EPISODE 11: TRADE MARK QUALITY
In this episode of Talking MARQUES, which features guest speakers from EUIPO, we discuss how to maintain and improve quality in European trade mark examination.
PRESENTERS
Johannes Fuhrmann
Bomhard Intellectual Property
S.L. Spain


Augusto Drummond
Amazon, Luxembourg


Dimitris Botis
EUIPO, Spain


Karin Kuhl
EUIPO, Spain







EPISODE 10: TRADE MARKS AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
This episode of Talking MARQUES looks at artificial intelligence and its impact on trade mark law, focusing on the latest developments concerning liability for infringement in the EU.
PRESENTERS
Gabriele Engels
DLA Piper UK LLP, Germany


Ezio Bonaccorso
Nestlé, Switzerland







EPISODE 9: BRANDS AND SUSTAINABILITY (Part 2)
Following on from the discussion in episode 8, we discuss how IP practitioners are affected by the growing emphasis on sustainability, and look ahead to future MARQUES initiatives on this topic.
PRESENTERS
Mark Devaney
Clyde & Co LLP,
UAE


Claire Lehr
Edwin Coe LLP, U K


Gregor Versondert
Procter & Gamble, Switzerland







EPISODE 8: BRANDS AND SUSTAINABILITY (Part 1)
In the first of two podcasts looking at issues relating to sustainability, our speakers discuss how businesses should respond to consumer concerns and the role that brands can play. We also look at some MARQUES initiatives in this area.
PRESENTERS
Mark Devaney
Clyde & Co LLP,
UAE


Claire Lehr
Edwin Coe LLP, U K


Gregor Versondert
Procter & Gamble, Switzerland







EPISODE 7: COLLABORATION BETWEEN TEAMS
Talking MARQUES returns with an episode focusing on the MARQUES Teams. We discover how the new project management tool helps Teams to collaborate, discuss some current Team projects and learn how Team members are working together to create new resources for members.
PRESENTERS
Antony Douglass
Specsavers Optical Group Ltd,
Guernsey


Imogen Fowler
Hogan Lovells, Spain


Alexandra Di Maggio
Novagraaf, France







EPISODE 6: 35th MARQUES ANNUAL CONFERENCE
In episode 6 of the Talking MARQUES podcast, we look ahead to this year's Annual Conference, which takes place in a hybrid form in September. Our speakers answer questions such as: What will be different this year? What is the conference theme about? And what are they most looking forward to during the Conference?
PRESENTERS
Joachim Hofmann
Syngenta Crop Protection,
Switzerland


Gregor Vos
Brinkhof, The Netherlands


Willem Leppink
Ploum, The Netherlands







EPISODE 5: INFLUENCERS
Episode five of the Talking MARQUES podcast focuses on influencers. We find out what constitutes an influencer, why they are important in marketing and how they are regulated. Using several case studies and covering recent developments, our speakers explain what brand owners need to know to protect their rights and manage risks when working with influencers.
PRESENTERS
Alexandra Di Maggio
Novagraaf, France


Laetitia Lagarde
Global Blue, Italy







EPISODE 4: IP and SMEs
The fourth episode of the Talking MARQUES podcast is published to mark World IP Day, which this year focuses on the theme of IP and SMEs. Our speakers discuss the challenges that SMEs face, how to boost knowledge and resources and some tips for effective IP management.
PRESENTERS
Susie Harris
The Plum Guide, U K


Arthur Artinian
K & L Gates LLP,
U K







EPISODE 3: CJEU HIGHLIGHTS 2020
In the third episode of the Talking MARQUES podcast, we review some of the most important CJEU trade mark cases from 2020. Our speakers analyse the significant points from five cases - covering issues such as validity, bad faith, infringement and liability, morality, and likelihood of confusion - and also provide some bonus material for listeners!
PRESENTERS
Mariannne Hollands
Berggren Oy, Finland


Constantin Kletzer
Geistwert Rechtsanwälte OG,
Austria







EPISODE 2: WARNINGS OVER FAKE VACCINES
The second episode of the Talking MARQUES podcast examines counterfeit and fraudulent healthcare products (including vaccines, pharmaceuticals and equipment) in the light of the COVID-19 pandemic. Our three speakers discuss the extent of the problem, the remedies available and what proactive measures brand owners can take.
PRESENTERS
Tapio Blanc
F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG,
Switzerland


Sonia Santos
Grau & Angulo, Spain








EPISODE 1: THE BREXIT PODCAST
In the first episode of Talking MARQUES, we discuss the impact of Brexit on trade marks and designs. Our speakers reflect on the creation of corresponding rights in the UK, speculate about possible divergence between the EU and UK in the future, and provide some last-minute tips ahead of the 31 December deadline.
PRESENTERS
Roland Mallinson
Taylor Wessing

Stamatia Tsirozi
Red Bull GmbH







 

 

 

 

 

 


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